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Cstation C-Series
	Centralize and secure your PCs while delivering full PC functionality to end-users as far away as 2600 feet from the desktop with a C-Series Cstation. The expandable C-series model supports USB, PS/2 and most multimedia devices, ideal for environments requiring full PC functionality at the desktop such as financial institutions and secure government facilities. Additional features of the C-Series include a second PCI slot, offering the ability to add support for PC cards, SCSI, firewire, multiple serial ports, and multiple monitors.
The solid-state Cstation appliance is located at each user’s desk, while their PCs are relocated to a remote central location. Cstations are connected to a C-link PCI card installed in the remote PC, via copper or fiber cabling. This maintains the critical one-to-one relationship between a user and their assigned PC, preserving the PC experience for each user. The user’s keyboard, monitor and mouse are plugged into the Cstation that also includes USB, audio, as well as serial and parallel device connectivity using the secondary PCI slot. An optional video card resident in the Cstation provides for true DVI support, and video quality superior to any other extension product on the market. Plus, the open architecture solution allows users to decide the computer type and graphics card desired. The Cstation C-Series appliance and C-Link PCI add-in card function as a standard PCI bridge connecting the Cstation to the remote centralized PC. Cabling is used for transport of the C-Link protocol, a point-to-point protocol with a peak transfer rate of 250 MB/s aggregate bandwidth (125 MB/s full duplex) between a C-Link interface card and a Cstation. The C1000 (copper) and C1100 (fiber) contain a multifunction system board combining the C-Link protocol logic, PCI Bridge, I/O controllers, audio, USB, PS/2, and video (optional).
Features and Benefits
ROI. Minimize most desktop maintenance & end-user downtime Maintain End-User Experience. Full peripheral and multimedia support. Optional RPC kits provide remote PC reboot capability. Centralizes Administration. Co-locate all end-user PCs to one location for easier repairs, maintenance, upgrades and administration. Easily switch users from a non-functioning PC to a functioning spare within minutes. Asset Security. Secures all PC assets in a centralized environment. Multi-monitor support. Up to 6 monitors, with DVI capability, when using an optional add-in graphics cards. Existing Infrastructure Support. Supports all PCI-based PCs, plus Windows 95-2000, ME, XP, and Linux RedHat operating systems.

CSTATION C-SERIES SPECIFICATIONS
APPLIANCE STANDARD CONFIGURATION
Slots	Two PCI slots (one rear and one side) for optional video support Supports 1/2 length PCI 2.1 compliant 5V
Audio	Stereo line in & out Microphone in and headphone out
Peripherals	Two USB 1.1 connectors Two PS/2 connectors for keyboard & mouse
Physical specifications	Height 2" (5.08 cm) Depth 12" (30.48 cm) Width 12" (30.48 cm) Weight 10 lbs (4.5 kg) * Supports up to 100 lbs of monitor weight
POWER/HARDWARE/CABLING REQUIREMENTS
Power	U.S. - 120 VAC, 15 Amp wall socket International - 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz
Cabling – C1000	The C1000 is supported up to 320 feet over CAT5, CAT5e, or CAT6* Point-to-point using all four pairs of UTP CAT 5, 5e, 6, maximum 6 connectors (3 complete cable junctions), including patch and wall panels between Cstation and C-Link card.
Cabling – C1100	The C1100 is supported up to 2600 feet over 802.3z 1000 Base-SX fiber Point-to-point maximum 4 connectors, including patch and wall panels, between the Cstation and C-Link card.    * Distance varies based on quality of cable used and quality of installation.      Please contact Avocent Digital Desktops for further information.
C-LINK PCI ADD-IN CARD REQUIRMENTS
	5.0V or 3.3V PCI slot, version 2.2 1/2 length card PCI low profile MD 1 (C1000 only)
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
Remote Power Control (RPC) Kits	ATX compliant system; PCI bus must support 3.3V auxiliary power or PC must contain spare WOL connector Contact an Avocent representative for supported computer systems.
STANDARDS
Approved Agency	FCC part 15A UL 1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950-95 CE
WARRANTY
	Two Year Extended Warranty available